As the Associate supporting a communications executive of this fast-paced firm, you will have the opportunity to contribute across both executive administrative operations and client engagements. Working closely with senior leadership, you’ll help coordinate firm-wide priorities while also taking part in research, written communications, media tracking, and project support for a diverse client portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional with strong writing and research abilities who enjoys working behind the scenes and contributing to meaningful client work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct support to a high-level executive, coordinating a demanding calendar, managing expenses, and helping advance important firm-wide priorities.
- Work alongside leadership and administrative colleagues to coordinate schedules, share updates, and keep key initiatives progressing.
- Research business, legal, policy, and public affairs topics, translating findings into useful takeaways for internal teams and clients.
- Draft, edit, and refine written materials for a variety of audiences, ensuring communications are clear, accurate, and appropriate to the intended recipient.
- Assist with client project coordination by maintaining schedules, tracking open items, and helping ensure important deadlines and follow-up are addressed.
- Develop and maintain media contact lists and monitor coverage and industry developments relevant to client interests.
- Contribute to the preparation and execution of client strategies, balancing research assignments and administrative needs across multiple engagements.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- A fast-paced firm with a culture focused on collaboration and communication.
- Opportunity to work with a team of leaders in their field.
- The chance to develop both executive support and consulting-related skills within one position.
- Competitive salary and benefits that include health and dental insurance, PTO, and more.
- This opportunity is hybrid but does require flexibility for urgent clients needs and an adaptable schedule.
What We’re Looking For:
- Academic. You hold a bachelor’s degree and bring around three years of relevant experience. Backgrounds in communications, professional services, legal, or Capitol Hill are all welcome.
- Analytical. You enjoy digging into research, identifying meaningful connections, and turning information into practical insights.
- Articulate. You have strong writing and editing abilities and can tailor communications to different audiences.
- Discerning. You exercise sound judgment and handle sensitive information appropriately.
- Self-directed. You are comfortable working independently, managing competing assignments, and recognizing what needs attention.
- Collaborative. You enjoy working closely with colleagues and clients, contribute thoughtfully to shared goals, and take pride in producing high-quality work.
The salary listed reflects the anticipated compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, location, business considerations, and internal equity. Final offer amounts are determined at the employer’s discretion.
To apply, please send a resume to resume@hawthornelane.com.
Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.